The Best Trattorias in Rome

This veteran restaurant behind Piazza Navona in the heart of Rome specializes in hearty seasonal Roman cuisine of the highest quality. Signature dishes include cacio e pepe tonnarelli pasta and Roman-style lamb.

Wooden furniture, a warm welcome and a convivial atmosphere make this Trastevere fixture a perfect example of a Roman neighborhood trattoria. Here, tripe takes pride of place on the menu, along with a whole host of delicious specialties from Rome and the Lazio region.

A simple trattoria in a little-visited area behind the Vatican, Romanè serves delicious cuisine with a focus on Roman traditions and seasonal ingredients. The chef adds just enough original and imaginative touches to keep things interesting.

At this friendly, beautifully kept restaurant in the Ostiense district, a young, close-knit and professional team serves daily specials made from delicious, market-fresh ingredients. The menu also features a few staples, especially when we’re talking about the traditional Roman first courses.

Situated in the heart of Rome, family-run Armando has been a bastion of Roman cuisine for over 65 years. All the classic regional favorites are served here and cooked to perfection, such as quinto quarto (offal, including lamb coratella d’abbacchio), a few fish dishes and some recipes inspired by ancient Rome. Sommelier Fabiana Gargioli ensures guests enjoy the best wine pairing, with a preference for organic labels.

At this authentic, no-frills neighborhood restaurant, it’s all about the excellent cuisine. Dishes are either announced at your table or chalked up on a blackboard, offering a vast choice of fish options and typical Roman specialties that have made this spot a firm favorite with locals.

The carbonara served at this restaurant ranks among the best in Rome, and the menu also features other authentic Roman specialties worth checking out. Pop into the small boutique to buy top-quality gastronomic items from Italy and beyond.

Just a stone’s throw from the Parliament building, this trattoria is named after the owner’s grandparents who opened the restaurant over 30 years ago. Its cuisine draws on Roman traditions, reinterpreted with modern techniques and the occasional innovative twist. An impressive wine list and an attractive outdoor space for summer dining complete the picture.